Bona Bella-Majestic Oaks consists of several neighborhoods, including gated communities Bluffside at Country Club Creek and Herb River Bluff and the streets surrounding Savannah State University's campus. These areas offer new or older homes in a quiet pocket of the city near the water but are still easily accessible to downtown. “I think a draw for people is that it’s a little removed from the major highways, so it’s out of the hustle and bustle. There isn’t a lot of traffic because people aren’t cutting through the neighborhoods to get somewhere else,” says Wynn Martin, a Realtor with Eighteen O'Two Realty, LLC, who sells throughout the Savannah area.
Bona Bella-Majestic Oaks
Suburban Neighborhood in Savannah, Georgia
Chatham County 31404, 31406
New and old homes throughout Bona Bella-Majestic Oaks
The homes vary throughout Bona Bella-Majestic Oaks. Large, custom Lowcountry cottages line the manicured streets in Bluffside at Country Club Creek and Herb River Bluff. They sit close, with small, landscaped front yards and, in many instances, water views in the back. Prices range from $585,000 for 2,700 square feet to $1 million for 4,800 square feet. Closer to the university, newcomers find midcentury-era ranch-style homes, sitting on spacious lawns, surrounded by tall oak trees dripping with Spanish moss. Landscaped front yards are typical here, too, and while sidewalks are scarce, the streets are wide and quiet, perfect for an afternoon walk. Prices in this area range from $180,000 for 1,400 square feet to $350,000 for 1,600 square feet.
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Savannah State University is in the neighborhood
Kids in Bona Bella-Majestic Oaks may start their education at Isle of Hope School, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade, then head to Sol C. Johnson (SJC) High School for ninth through 12th grade. Isle of Hope has a C-plus rating on Niche, and SJC High has a C rating. SJC High serves about 750 students and has a student-teacher ratio of 13-to-1. Families considering private education for their kids can choose between a faith-based or military school in the area. After graduation, kids who want to stay in the area can head to Savannah State University, whose campus is in the community's north end. Savannah State is a public university and is the oldest HBCU in the state. Its current enrollment is about 3,000 students, and it offers four different areas of study: College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, College of Business Administration, College of Sciences and Technology and College of Education.
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Relax at Barjan Terrace Park
Locals head to Barjan Terrace Park off Emory Drive for fresh air and exercise. This park spans nearly two acres and offers a playground shaded by tall oak trees, keeping kids cool on hot, sunny days, and a covered picnic area where residents host celebrations or enjoy a lunch alfresco.
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Grab BBQ at No Sauce Barbecue
Shopping is limited in the community, but residents don’t have to go far to run errands. They head towards East DeReene Avenue to Food Lion or southwest to Walmart and Sam’s Club to pick up groceries and home essentials. For dining, they grab barbecue from No Sauce Barbecue, a local joint offering ribs, brisket and other slow-smoked meats in a laid-back atmosphere. Or they take their boats towards The Wyld, a local favorite for its Lowcountry staples like local shrimp, clam rolls, succotash, and water views.
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Take CAT busses to get around
Harry S. Truman Parkway is close and connects to other major thoroughfares, Route 80 and Interstate 516, giving residents access to Tybee Island to the east and the rest of Georgia to the west. For those who take public transportation, the Chatham Area Transit (CAT) bus line runs throughout the neighborhood, with stops along La Roche and DeReene avenues.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Penny Rafferty
Penny Rafferty
Penny Rafferty Realty
(912) 461-6872
119 Total Sales
3 in Bona Bella-Majestic Oaks
$40K - $183K Price Range
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Jeffrey Rayno
Jeffrey Rayno
Weichert REALTORS®Coastal Prop
(912) 461-6834
105 Total Sales
3 in Bona Bella-Majestic Oaks
$231K - $389K Price Range
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Lana Halta Sanders
Lana Halta Sanders
Engel & Völkers
(912) 461-4584
77 Total Sales
2 in Bona Bella-Majestic Oaks
$215K - $300K Price Range
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Elaine Ceccacci
Elaine Ceccacci
LPT Realty LLC
(912) 461-5619
216 Total Sales
4 in Bona Bella-Majestic Oaks
$195K - $595K Price Range
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Andrea Gines
Andrea Gines
Responds QuicklyRealty One Group Inclusion
(850) 876-6012
74 Total Sales
2 in Bona Bella-Majestic Oaks
$180K - $310K Price Range
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Berthenia Brown
Berthenia Brown
Keller Williams Coastal Area P
(912) 461-4633
65 Total Sales
1 in Bona Bella-Majestic Oaks
$345,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Bacon Park
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- Trails
Forrest Hills Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Fernwood/Parkwood Walking Trail & Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Botanical Gardens
Cesaroni Park
Sunset Park
Barjan Terrace Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Bona Bella-Majestic Oaks | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bona Bella-Majestic Oaks, Savannah sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Bona Bella-Majestic Oaks, Savannah over the last 12 months is $482,412, up 13% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$299,500
Median Single Family Price
$294,990
Median Townhouse Price
$715,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$231
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Last 12 months Home Sales
68
Months of Supply
2.80
Median List Price
$350,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,303
Median Year Built
1959
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,612
Below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,995
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
3,075
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$6,510 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 5 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,496 Sq Ft
- 5607 La Roche Ave
- Unit ID1043845P
- Savannah, GA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,256
Median Age
31
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,274
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$87,198
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.3%
College Graduates
26.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
38
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
36
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Convenient suburban community close to Midtown restaurants and Southside shopping
Edgemere
A midtown city suburb right off the Truman Parkway with a neighborhood park
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Convenience in every direction in east Savannah
Oakland Park-Northgate-Eastgate
A section of the city notable for its proximity to Daffin Park
Thunderbolt
Excellent access and restful remove in Thunderbolt
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